Business Details
Trusted Construction Services in Suffolk
Established over 25 years ago, Howard Construction has built a strong reputation in the construction industry for delivering high-quality civil engineering and groundwork contracts. Our expertise spans from initial tender stages to project completion and adoption, serving major national housing developers such as Taylor Wimpey and Bellway Homes. We specialise in fast-track housing development infrastructure, including deep drainage, road construction, earthworks, and mains services. Our team's extensive experience, from site operatives to senior management, ensures we provide expert advice during tendering processes and deliver projects exceeding 10 million. We prioritise health and safety through comprehensive policies, regular site inspections, and mandatory staff training, maintaining compliance with evolving legislation.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our work on section 278 enabling works, section 38 adoptable roads, and specialist projects like balancing ponds and lagoons. With a workforce trained to NVQ standards and holding relevant industry certifications, we combine technical expertise with a proactive approach to client collaboration. Our long-standing relationships with developers reflect our reliability, technical proficiency, and dedication to meeting project deadlines without compromising on quality.
Services
Groundworks
Civil Engineering
Balancing Ponds
Infrastructure Works
Housing Development
Drainage Solutions
Road Construction
Earthworks
Highlights and features
- 25+ years' experience in civil engineering and groundwork contracts
- Proven track record with major national housing developers
- Expertise in section 278/38 adoptable infrastructure projects
- Comprehensive health & safety management system in place
- Experienced team delivering projects exceeding 10M value
Services
Groundworks
We deliver comprehensive groundwork solutions for housing developments, including foundation laying, piling, and brickwork to DPC level. Our services cover domestic drainage, external works, and installation of utility services. With specialist equipment and trained operatives, we ensure precise execution of plot-works to meet modern housing requirements.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering expertise includes major infrastructure projects like adoptable roads and drainage systems. We handle section 278/38 works, sewer connections, and pumping stations. Our team manages projects from tender stage through to adoption, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements while maintaining strict quality control.
Balancing Ponds
We design and construct sustainable water management solutions including balancing ponds, lagoons, and swales. These systems effectively manage surface water runoff while meeting environmental regulations. Our approach combines technical expertise with ecological considerations to create functional and aesthetically pleasing water features.
Infrastructure Works
Specialising in highway infrastructure, we deliver road construction and improvement projects to adoptable standards. Our capabilities include cut and fill earthworks, pavement construction, and installation of service mains. We work closely with local authorities to ensure all projects meet current specifications and safety requirements.
Housing Development
We provide complete infrastructure solutions for residential developments, from initial groundwork to final adoption. Our services include driveway construction, parking courts, and utility installation. With experience working for major housebuilders, we understand the demands of fast-track housing schemes and deliver to strict deadlines without compromising quality.
Questions
What areas do you cover for construction projects?
We operate throughout Suffolk and undertake projects nationwide, with particular expertise in housing development infrastructure for major national developers.
What types of civil engineering projects do you handle?
We specialise in adoptable infrastructure including section 278/38 roads, drainage systems, balancing ponds, and utility mains installation for residential developments.
How do you ensure health and safety compliance?
We maintain rigorous safety standards through regular site inspections, comprehensive risk assessments, and mandatory staff training to NVQ and CSCS standards.
What experience do you have with housing developments?
We've delivered infrastructure for major housing schemes exceeding £10M value, working with leading developers like Taylor Wimpey and Bellway Homes for over 25 years.
Can you handle large-scale earthworks projects?
Yes, our capabilities include cut and fill earthworks, site preparation, and complex grading projects using modern equipment and experienced operators.
Do you provide complete infrastructure solutions?
We offer full-cycle infrastructure services from initial tender through construction to final adoption, covering roads, drainage, utilities and sustainable water management systems.
